Differences

This shows you the differences between two versions of the page.

@@ Line 1: / Line 1: @@
+====== How to fix the H07 (HO7) Error on your Panasonic DVD player ======
+{{:p3220006.jpg|}}
+===== Updates =====
+- 08/06/2008
+When I first posted this guide I never expected to received the amount of feedback I have been getting. I would like to thank everyone for their kind words. I have moved the guide into this wiki to make things easier.
+- 04/08/2004
+I found a replacement part from Panasonic but I don't know if it will work. Several places state that this is a replacement motor for Panasonic DVD players.
+Prices range from $30 - $60 for the motor.
+Panasonic DVD Model: SAHT70
+part number: RXQ0749A original is RXQ0749
+Panasonic DVD Model: DVDRP62
+part number: RXQ0745B original is RXQ0742B
+If you have another player please email me and I will see if I can look it up. Also if you have your player open and you can see the number on the motor please let me know as well.
+You can by the parts here:
+http://www.pasc.panasonic.com/epartr/
+http://www.partsolver.com
+===== Lubricating the Motor =====
+{{hazard.jpg|}}
+<html>
+<font color="red" size="+1">
+WARNING: This can be dangerous. Please follow safety guidelines.<BR>
+I take no responsibility for your actions.
+</font>
+</html>
+I've seen tons of posts about this problem so I decided to write a quick guide to fixing the problem. This fix my not solve the problem permanently but seems to work for at least a while. Best solution would probably be to replace the motor itself with a better one. I will try to located a good replacement when I have some free time.
+All you need is a philips head screw driver and some oil. I used WD-40 but as some of you have pointed out it isn't a long lasting lubricant and should not be used. Sewing machine oil is a better solution. You should also not use a spray oil as you can damage the optics if you aren't careful.
+First disconnect the unit from power so you don't kill yourself.
+Next open the dvd player by removing the 7 screws (2 on each side and 3 on the back on my model). Gently pull of the housing.
+You should see something like this now (you should remove the CD/DVD before you open your machine, I forgot):
+{{:p3220009.jpg|}}
+Remove the two screws holding the assembly located here:
+{{:p3220028.jpg|}}
+Now, very carefully remove the ribbon cable. Don't put too much stress on it!
+{{:p3220010.jpg|}}
+Pull out the assembly slowly and remove the other connector. Do not pull on the wire. Use your finger nails to wiggle the connector out of the socket.
+{{:p3220011.jpg|}}
+Now remove the laser protective cover by pressing in the clips and then sliding it off
+{{:p3220013.jpg|}}
+{{:p3220012.jpg|}}
+If you can see the motor at this point you don't need to remove the inner part.
+{{:p3220014.jpg|}}
+Otherwise remove the inner section by pressing out the clips and lifting it out.
+{{:p3220015.jpg|}}
+{{:p3220016.jpg|}}
+Now lubricate the motor. Use only very little oil and spray away from the laser!
+{{:p3220017.jpg|}}
+Reassemble the inner section by setting the gear in the position shown below.
+{{:p3220024.jpg|}}
+Replace the tray like so.
+{{:p3220025.jpg|}}
+Reassemble and your done.
+===== Questions / Comments =====
+Please send you questions and comments to
+{{laefs.png|}}